Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×23×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $175 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | back |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | Water repellent Nylon |
Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×34×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 39% |
| Price | $72 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 5 on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1, side on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 73 accept both. 108 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aer Lingus, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, InselAir, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
When it comes to carrying your essential gear, the backpack you select can make a world of difference. The Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry are two top contenders in the field of carry on backpacks. With different qualities that set them apart from each other, choosing between these two boiled down to personal preference and specific needs.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara backpack, crafted from sturdy 500D Cordura, is a utility beast with a smaller capacity of 16 liters. However, it's lightweight at only 0.7 pounds and measures 44 inches in height, 24 inches in width, and 10 inches in depth. The best part? This pack is compatible with 100% of airlines, ensuring you'll never face any surprise carry-on issues. The Tarahumara surprisingly lacks a laptop compartment – something to consider if you tend to bring tech with you.
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara:
- Dimension: 44 x 24 x 10 inches
- Weight: 0.7 pounds
- Capacity: 16 liters
- Airline Compatibility: 100%
- Material: 500D Cordura
- Laptop Compartment: None
On the other hand, the Hynes Eagle 40L Flight Approved Compressible Carry backpack is substantial, offering a robust capacity of 40 liters, with a significantly larger dimension of 22.1 inches in height, 34.24 inches in width, and 52.07 inches in depth. Weighing 1.34 pounds, it's not as lightweight as the Tarahumara but offers a 17-inch laptop compartment. Its material is water repellent nylon, providing dependable protection for your belongings. However, this model is compatible with only 65% of airlines.
- Hynes Eagle 40L:
- Dimension: 22.1 x 34.24 x 52.07 inches
- Weight: 1.34 pounds
- Capacity: 40 liters
- Airline Compatibility: 65%
- Material: Water repellent Nylon
- Laptop Compartment: Fits 17-inch laptop
Now, let's distill down to the core reason why you might want to select either of these packs. The Tarahumara is ideal for day hiking, especially given its compact size and durability. The center zip offers secure and easy access, and the pack's build quality is second to none. Alternatively, the Hynes Eagle 40L shines for the tech-savvy traveler. Its TSA-friendly tech compartment, stowable shoulder straps, multi-compartment organizational features, and ability to compress to 30L make it a strong selection for frequent flyers or extended travel.
Both these backpacks have their merits, given varying situations. The Tarahumara might edge out in terms of material strength and airline compatibility, but the Hynes Eagle 40L outperforms in terms of capacity and organization features. Choose wisely then, fellow travelers, for your backpack can be your most reliable travel companion.